1978 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Autobianchi A 112 | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Audi |
| Model | A 112 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
